Model iD84
The Home System
For Your iPad®
works with
iHome + Sleep
alarm clock app
iHome + Radio
internet radio app
Note: iHome+Sleep and iHome+Radio apps are not covered in detail in this booklet. To learn more about how
these apps can enhance your experience, please download the free iHome+Sleep app from the App Store and
review the Start Guide.
Questions? For latest instructions, visit www.ihomeaudio.com/support
Table of Contents
Quick Start........................................................................................................................................................................1
Controls and Indicators / iD84 Display..........................................................................................................................3
Setting Up the iD84 ..........................................................................................................................................................4
Using the iD84 ..................................................................................................................................................................5
Installing/Replacing Clock Back-up Batteries / Battery Warning ................................................................................8
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety...........................................................................................................................9
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................10
Warranty Information.....................................................................................................................................................12
A Consumer Guide to Product Safety
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment complies with the limits for a Class B digital device as specified in Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits provide
reasonable protection against radio and TV interference in a residential area.
However, your equipment might cause TV or radio interference even when it is operating properly. To eliminate interference you
can try one or more of the following corrective measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the distance between the equipment and the radio or TV.
• Use outlets on different electrical circuits for the equipment and the radio or TV.
• Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/television technician if the problem still exists.
Modifying or tampering with your system’s internal components can cause a malfunction and might invalidate the system’s
warranty and void your FCC authorization to operate it.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Maintenance
• Place the unit on a level surface away from sources of direct sunlight or excessive heat.
• Protect your furniture when placing your unit on a natural wood and lacquered finish. A cloth or other protective material should
be placed between it and the furniture.
• Clean your unit with a soft cloth moistened only with mild soap and water. Stronger cleaning agents, such as Benzene, thinner
or similar materials can damage the surface of the unit.
quick start
RESET
RESET
TEST
TEST
DC 7.5V
line-in
am antenna
time zone
time set
DST
-1 +1
time sync
set +/-
wakeup
eq
snooze/dimmer
DC 7.5V
line-in
am antenna
time zone
time set
DST
-1 +1
time sync
set +/-
dtime
wakeup
eq
snooze/dimmer
1: power
Attach AC adaptor cable to DC jack on
back of the iD84 and plug the other end
into a wall socket.
3: docking your iPad/iPhone/iPod
remove the rubber dock pad
2: antennas
Snap AM antenna into provided stand, then
plug antenna cable into socket on back of
iD84. Move antenna 12” away. Extend FM
antenna.
iPad with cover
Gently dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod into the 30 pin dock. If using an iPad with a cover or
“skin”, first remove the rubber dock pad on the iD84. The iPad, iPhone or iPod will charge while
docked. Press the Button on the iD84 to play your iPad, iPhone or iPod.
1
quick start
set +/-
wakeup
mode presets
eq
nap
snooze/dimmer
4: time sync
Dock your iPad, iPhone or iPod (see step 3). Press and release the Time Sync Button located
on back of the iD84. “TIME SYNC” will appear on the display, followed by “TIME UPDATED”
upon successful syncing.
5: radio
Press the Mode Button as needed to select
AM/FM band. Press the + or - Button to
tune in a station. See page 7 for
programming presets.
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Top Panel
Controls and Indicators
Flexible 30 pin connector for iPad/iPhone/iPod
Rubberized device rest
Alarm 2 Button
Alarm 1 Button
Volume + Button
Bedtime Button
Volume - Button
volume
Alarm Reset/Power/App Settings Button
Rear Panel
AC Adaptor Jack
bedtime
DC 7.5V 3.5A
DST switch
DST
-1 +1
mode presets
snooze/dimmer
Snooze/Dimmer Button
Time Sync ButtonTime Set Button
Time Zone Button
time sync
time set
time zone
AM Loop Antenna socket
iD84 Display
Time Display
nap
eq
am antenna
line-in
Alarm 1 Indicator
Play/Pause Button
Nap Button
wakeup
set +/-
EQ Button
Presets Button
Mode Button
Line-in Jack
Set + Button
Wakeup Button
Set - Button
FM Antenna
PM Indicator
AM Indicator
NOTE: AM/PM indicators will not appear
when clock is set to 24 hour display mode
Alarm 2 Indicator
iHome App Indicator
Battery Low Indicator
Radio / Alarm Time / iPod Display
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